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Five new cases of Zika virus have been reported in Pune, Maharashtra. PMC on Saturday confirmed five more people infected with Zika virus in the city, including three pregnant women. With this, a total of 11 cases have been reported since June 20.
health department on alert
As soon as new cases surfaced, the Maharashtra Health Department has come on alert mode. Doctors are monitoring the health of all infected patients. Symptoms like red rashes on the body, fever and muscle pain have been seen in the patients. They are being treated. Doctors are monitoring the health of all 11 patients infected with Zika virus.
What is Zika virus?
Like dengue and chikungunya, Zika is also a viral disease spread by the Aedes mosquito. It is a non-fatal disease. However, babies born to Zika infected pregnant women have microcephaly (reduced head size), making it a major concern.
Know the symptoms of Zika virus
- Fever
- Skin rashes
- Joint pain
- Muscle pain
- Headache
- vomit
How to protect yourself from Zika virus
- Use insect repellent
- Wear full sleeve clothes
- Use mosquito nets on windows and doors.
- If possible, use mosquito net.
How to avoid spreading the virus
This virus spreads rapidly from one person to another. Maintain distance from people for about 3 weeks after symptoms appear in an infected person. Avoid physical relations. Avoid traveling to areas with Zika virus cases.
